Meet the man behind Rihanna's major denim moments

What's the one thing that Rihanna does better than anyone else? (OK, one of the many things). Denim. Hence we clapped like baby seals at the opportunity to have a chat with Matthew Dolan, denim extraordinaire and the mastermind behind the best of Rihanna's XXL denim looks. Massachusetts-born, Sydney-educated Dolan cut his teeth at Parsons' legendary MFA Fashion Design and Society course, before seeing his graduate collection being snapped up by fan girls, Gaga and RiRi. Not bad, eh? We sat down with the man of the hour ahead of New York Fashion Week and chatted Marky Mark, overalls and why Rihanna will always be queen.

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Denim is such an iconic American uniform. What do you love about it?

'It has been a uniform for workers and cowboys, presidents, teenagers and musicians. It's something that everyone can relate to.'

Picture: Tommy Hilfiger

'There is something so much cooler, something much more sexy about a piece that is too big – it has way more attitude.'

How did the Rihanna connection come about?

'I was contacted by her stylists. It is all very surreal because she is such an icon and I've always been a big fan. I had a day to sew up a new sample and when she wanted to keep it after a photo shoot in Paris, I wasn't going to say no! She has such a strong look and energy. She takes risks and always looks confident.'

Rihanna wearing a Matthew Dolan jacket.

Picture: INF

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Do you wear jeans every day?

'Yes, always!'

If you had to choose a denim wash: black, white or blue?

'Classic blue!'

What denim did you wear growing up?

'So, so many pairs of overalls.'

Matthew pictured with a friend.

Picture: Instagram/mattdolan_

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Who do you love following on Instagram?

'Rihanna is the queen of Instagram, there is no doubt. I am obsessed with the stick figure drawings. They are the ultimate F-U to all the bad things about it as a platform.'

And lastly, can we buy your pieces in the UK?!

'Not just yet, but keep your eyes peeled! A lot of very exciting things coming soon.'